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Disorganized Religion:
Digital Ministry as
Decolonial Praxis

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Create Your Own Short-Form Videos!

Interested in creating short-form video content yourself? Not sure where to start? I've got you covered! Since beginning this series, @disorganized.religion has grown to over 230K followers across Instagram and TikTok. These are some of the ways I got there! Check out my series below on "How To Make TikToks and Instagram Reels for Beginners"! You can also watch the whole series on YouTube here.


This content was designed to be watched on video, but you can also download a PDF transcript of the entire series at the bottom of this page.


A Note on Video Speed

If the video speed is too fast for you, scroll over the video, move your cursor over the video, and click on the gear icon in the bottom right. Select "playback speed" to adjust.


Introduction to Using the TikTok App 

If you're completely new to TikTok, you can also click here to navigate to a page where I teach you the basics of how to use the app.

Series: How to TikTok and Insagram for beginners

Find Your "Why"

This video targets clergy, specifically, but this information is useful to any new creator, especially those looking to use the platform to educate, raise awareness, or support their organization's mission.  This first clip is probably the MOST important!!!!

Lighting and Ring Lights

Lighting makes a BIG difference when it comes to how viral your videos become! But is a ring light worth it...? This video talks about TikTok specifically, but these tips are 100% applicable to Instagram and YouTube as well!

Find Your Audience

This video talks about TiKTok specifically, but the tips here absolutely apply to Instagram as well. Replace "progressive clergy" or "neurospicy" with your target audience!   

What should you post?

A lot of creators struggle with what to post on Instagram and TikTok (especially for their first video or Reel). Let me help you spark some ideas!  This video discusses TikTok specifically, but it's relevant to Instagram as well! I've followed this advice on Instagram and have reached over 1.2 million accounts  this month alone!

GET OVER YOURSELF

This is one of THE best tips I can give you. Instagram has a reputation for being more polished, but my TikTok videos where I show vulnerability and are doing well on Instagram too (sometimes even better!). 

Script Writing

Keeping your Reels and TikTok videos short is one way to boost views and create more viral content. A good script can help you get there! This video speaks about TikTok specifically, but I've found this to be true on Instagram Reels as well. In my experience so far, Instagram pushes short content even more than TikTok!

Tips for Going Viral

A massive part of my success has come from engagement! This video speaks to the TikTok interface specifically, but the tips about engagement are 100% applicable to Instagram too!   


Even with these reliable methods, lighting, quality content, and luck all play a role! Keep posting your content!!! All it takes is one video to get picked up and shared by the right person to launch your videos to a much wider audience.

Using Green Screens

Do you need a green screen? Will it make your videos go viral? It may save you some time at the very least! 

Captions and Accessibility - This is Important!

Instagram and TikTok both have built-in captions. Do NOT skip this step! It will dramatically improve engagement and make your content accessible to people who are hard of hearing or who are unable to watch your content with sound on.

Saving Time with Series

I've been able to keep publishing quality content, in part, because I've dialed in my process AND I often film more than one video at once. Try creating a series to get more videos out of one recording session! Remember that short videos also do better - did you make a 3-minute video you could break up into 3 shorter videos?

How often should you post?

 While I was away for 3 months, I didn't create a single video. And... my audience grew while I was away! Daily posting is fabulous when you're building an audience, but regular breaks are still essential to keep your creativity alive.   

Going Viral and Keeping Your Job

This video is specifically for clergy; however, these tips are easily translated to many other professions! Communication is key, along with educating your colleagues (and bosses) about how your social media presence is helping both you and your organization.

What to Wear in Videos

This video also targets clergy, specifically, but substitute "robe and stole" for any professional uniform, and this applies to you too! 

The Value of Hashtags

This is a TikTok-specific video. I do NOT recommend using hashtags on Instagram if you want more views! Hashtags on TikTok can make a world of difference!

Using Dialog and Characters

Some of the most popular videos on TikTok and Instagram use dialog! Learn more about how to use characters to reach your audience!

Should I Use a Teleprompter App??

Do you struggle to memorize lines? Do you ramble when making videos? Writing a good script can help a lot, and so can a teleprompter! Using a teleprompter can keep your message tight while allowing you to maintain eye contact. Watch this video to learn the pros and cons of using a teleprompter.

Engaging with the Comments + Keeping Youth Safe

Engaging with comments on your videos (and the videos of others) is a reliable way to grow your account. This video covers when and how to safely engage and how to interact with minors  on social media platforms.

Handling Trolls

Trolls are internet users who post intentionally incendiary remarks to get an emotional reaction from you. How do you handle those on TikTok and Instagram? Is deleting and blocking always the best solution? Watch this video to learn more.

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